2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,244 cc, 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Spyder | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Spyder | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |